Best Real Estate Agents in Altoona, IA• Updated
Looking for the best real estate agent in Altoona, IA? This page compares realtors in Altoona within each home type and price range using actual transaction data — not reviews or paid ads. Whether you want a listing agent in Altoona, IA or help buying a home in Altoona, our 2026 scores use verified sales records, days on market, and sale-to-list ratios.
Market Pulse: Hot 🔥
The Altoona, IA real estate market is currently a Seller's Market. Homes are selling at 100% of list price on average (Sale Price to List Price Ratio). With 28 active listings and 31 closed sales in the latest month, inventory remains at 0.7 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving up by 1%, while Average Days on Market has increased by 13%. Transaction speed in Altoona is currently 12 days slower than the broader Polk County benchmark.
Top Listing & Buyer's Agents in Altoona, IA
Source: third-party closed MLS records, data as of Oct 2026. Agents are compared within each home type and price range. How we score agents →
Detached Homes
Entry Level Detached Home Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Entry Level Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $216K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Detached Homes in the Entry Level range averaged 57 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Entry Level Detached Homes received 100% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Mid-Market Detached Home Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The average price in the Mid-Market Detached Home segment has softened by 2% over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Days on market for Mid-Market Detached Homes rose 8% over the last 6 months; the latest month averaged 69 days. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Negotiation leverage in Mid-Market Detached Home has stabilized over the last 6 months, with sellers receiving 100%.
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High-End Detached Home Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The High-End Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $502K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Detached Homes in the High-End range averaged 87 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of High-End Detached Homes received 99% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Ultra-Luxury Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $732K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Detached Homes in the Ultra-Luxury range averaged 81 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Ultra-Luxury Detached Homes received 100% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Condos/Co-ops
Entry Level Condo/Co-op Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Entry Level Condo/Co-op tier had a median sale price of $180K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Condos/Co-ops in the Entry Level range averaged 67 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Entry Level Condos/Co-ops received 98% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Mid-Market Condo/Co-op Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Mid-Market Condo/Co-op tier had a median sale price of $307K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Condos/Co-ops in the Mid-Market range averaged 79 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Mid-Market Condos/Co-ops received 99% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Altoona Real Estate Market Trends October 2026
Inventory Breakdown by Segment
| Property Type | Entry Level | High-End | Mid-Market | Ultra-Luxury | Total |
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| Condo/Co-op | 4 | — | 1 | — | 5 |
| Detached Home | — | 8 | 15 | — | 23 |
Market Insights & FAQ
How is the real estate market in Altoona, IA performing right now?
The data indicates a high-intensity seller's market in Altoona, IA. Inventory is at 0.7 months of supply. Inventory is critically low, meaning well-priced homes move rapidly, often with multiple offers.
What are the current pricing trends for Altoona, IA real estate?
Currently, $343,000 represents the median entry point in Altoona, IA. Over the past half-year, home values in Altoona have moved upward by approximately 1% based on regional transaction data.
Are sellers in Altoona, IA getting their full asking price?
Sellers hold significant leverage in Altoona, IA, with a Sale Price to List Price Ratio of 100.1%. On average, properties in Altoona are transitioning from active to sold status in 81 days.
Which listing agents does Agent Algo feature in Altoona, IA?
Agent Algo compares agents within the same home type and price range, so Altoona, IA has no single overall winner. Featured listing agents include Kathryn Greer (Mid-Market Detached Homes, 51 closed listings), Shawn Preston (Entry Level Condos/Co-ops, 2 closed listings), David Schabold (High-End Detached Homes, 3 closed listings). Scores are built from closed sales outcomes — not reviews or paid placements.
How does the Altoona, IA market compare to Polk County trends?
Altoona, IA maintains a distinct profile within the broader Polk County region. Median home values are currently 2% lower than the regional average, reflecting the unique demand and inventory dynamics of Altoona.
Who is a top listing agent for Mid-Market Detached Homes in Altoona, IA?
If you're selling a Mid-Market Detached Home in Altoona, IA, the data points to Kathryn Greer as a standout choice. Their Mid-Market Detached Home closings in Altoona, IA show an above-average sale-to-list ratio for this segment — a sign of skilled pricing and negotiation that protects seller value. Based on 51 closed listings in this segment.
Which agent is best for buying a Mid-Market Detached Home in Altoona, IA?
Buyers targeting Mid-Market Detached Homes in Altoona, IA may want to work with Pennie Carroll. Their buyer transactions in this segment close faster than the local norm and at sale-to-list ratios that are more favorable than typical — meaning they move quickly and negotiate effectively for the buyers they represent. Based on 17 closed purchases in this segment (18 in Altoona, IA overall).
Which listing agents are active in High-End Detached Homes in Altoona, IA?
David Schabold has recent High-End Detached Home listings in Altoona, IA, at an above-average sale-to-list ratio for the segment. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 3 closed listings in this segment.
Who is a top listing agent for Mid-Market Condos/Co-ops in Altoona, IA?
Our transaction-level analysis puts Rob Burditt at the top for Mid-Market Condo/Co-op listings in Altoona, IA. Rob Burditt has held closer to asking price than the typical Mid-Market Condo/Co-op agent in Altoona, IA. For sellers prioritizing their final number, that's the metric that matters most. Based on 7 closed listings in this segment (19 in Altoona, IA overall).
Which buyer's agents are active in High-End Detached Homes in Altoona, IA?
Susan SuttonLudwig has recent High-End Detached Home purchases in Altoona, IA, closing faster than the segment average at a below-average sale-to-list ratio. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 2 closed purchases in this segment.
Which buyer's agents are active in Entry Level Condos/Co-ops in Altoona, IA?
Jaemi Poncy has recent Entry Level Condo/Co-op purchases in Altoona, IA, closing faster than the segment average. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 2 closed purchases in this segment.
Which buyer's agents are active in Mid-Market Condos/Co-ops in Altoona, IA?
Kathy Swanson has recent Mid-Market Condo/Co-op purchases in Altoona, IA. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 2 closed purchases in this segment (5 in Altoona, IA overall).
Which listing agents are active in Entry Level Detached Homes in Altoona, IA?
Pennie Carroll has recent Entry Level Detached Home listings in Altoona, IA, closing faster than the segment average. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 3 closed listings in this segment (10 in Altoona, IA overall).